Ralph Zurmühle
Between
© 2000 Ralph Zurmühle (634479479878)
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Ralph Zurmühle is a composer and pianist. For more information about his music and collaboration in film and multimedia projects, please visit his homepage www.ralph-music.com.
His most recent projects are:
Documentary "Norró", by Pere Herms, for National Spanish TV La2, Spain, 2006
Multimedia installation "L’horitzó", by Manuel Solà, Ralph Zurmühle and other artists, Metrònom, Foundation Rafael Tous of Contemporary Art, Barcelona, 2006 and International Biennial of Contemporary Art, Almería, Spain, 2006
Ralph has released three solo piano CDs so far.
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Amazing!
author: Kathy Parsons“Between” is the first of three solo piano albums released by Ralph Zurmuhle since 2000. Swiss-born and classically-trained from a young age, Zurmuhle possesses the playing skills to do whatever he wants at the keyboard, but generally prefers to keep it simple and deeply emotional - often much more difficult to do well than playing a flurry of notes for the sake of bravado. Most of the music is on the melancholy and contemplative side, creating a sonic environment for relaxation, thought, or just losing yourself in. I have only recently discovered the music of Ralph Zurmuhle, and that discovery has been one of the high points in an exceptionally good year for contemporary instrumental music. “Between” begins with a short prelude called “The Beacon” that sets a tone of quiet mystery - an intriguing opening that piques the interest. “Farewell” is an 8 1/2 minute piece that wears its heart on its sleeve. Some of the melody is played in the bass of the piano, giving an achingly beautiful effect similar to a cello. “I’ll Find You There” is an elegant and graceful musical promise that speaks gently but carries a lot of meaning. “Prayer In the Night” is one of my favorites. The repetitive bass line sets a consistent rhythm for the more improvised right hand and also creates an intense mood. This is one incredibly gorgeous piece. The mood lightens to almost playful in “Indian Child.” “The Goddess In My Dream” is a bit more classically-structured, yet is wistful in watercolor shades of color and delicacy. “Leaving Home” has the mixed emotions of a big step in life - anticipation and excitement intertwined with fear of the unknown. “An Improvisation For La Plana” is exquisite. A 13-minute improvisation, it is leisurely in pace but packed with passion. Very spare and uncluttered, this is music that comes from a place deep inside where only truths are spoken. When I hear something like this, I’m reminded of the stark difference between music that is assembled as “product” and when it is truly a work of art. “Lullaby For My Soul” is a bittersweet and oh so gentle little song that is at peace with the world - at least for now. Ralph Zurmuhle is a real find! Very highly recommended!
A masterpiece made with a piano
author: JuananI first heard this album back on 2003. It was back in a yoga pratcice class and I was completely astonished by the power and the beauty that it had and the feelings it evoked on me. After the class I had to ask the teacher to make a copy of the album to me. Since then, I have listened to this album hundreds of times. It has something; let's call it a special language on it's own that "speaks to your soul". I really love all the songs this album has and I find hard to reccomend one of the songs over the others; But while the album is somehow calmed and composed, the track 5, Indian Child has something very lively, when you listen to it you feel like dancing, like moving... like living! A very good album from a genius composer who only has 3 albums so far: "Between" (this one), "Communion" and "Our mother". About the other 3, I will post another review when listened propperly (since I just got them) Absolutely a not to miss album, get it!